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Turkey’s Political Crisis: Erdogan’s Power, the 2016 Coup, and the Crackdown on Opposition

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Ten years after the failed coup attempt in Turkey, the political landscape remains defined by the systemic consolidation of executive power and ongoing state-led efforts to dismantle the influence of the Fethullah Gülen network. While the initial aftermath of the 2016 uprising saw immediate, widespread crackdowns, the Turkish government continues to conduct large-scale operations against … Read more

Turkish Police Raid Largest Opposition Party Headquarters Amid Political Crisis

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In a significant escalation of political tensions within Turkey, recent reports of law enforcement operations targeting the headquarters of the Republican People’s Party (CHP) have drawn international scrutiny. The events, which unfolded against a backdrop of intensifying friction between the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) and the primary opposition, underscore the fragile state of … Read more

President Erdoğan: International System Faces Legitimacy Crisis as Israel Hinders Peace

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has identified Israel as the primary obstacle to peace in the Middle East, asserting that the country’s actions are the main barrier to achieving regional stability. His comments come amid ongoing international concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and escalating tensions across the region. Erdoğan made the remarks during … Read more